TCL NXTWEAR S: Difference between revisions

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 |VR/AR = [[Augmented Reality]]
-|Type = [[Head-mounted display]]
+|Type = [[AR Glasses]]
-|Subtype = [[AR Glasses]]
+|Subtype = [[Consumer AR]]
-|Release Date = 2023
+|Platform = USB-C display (multi-device)
-|Price =
+|Developer = [[TCL]]
-|Display = 2 x Micro-OLED binocular
+|Manufacturer = [[TCL]]
-|Resolution = 1920x1080 per-eye
+|Release Date = 2022 (IFA)
+|Price = $349-$449 USD
+|Website = https://www.tcl.com/
+|Predecessor = [[TCL NXTWEAR G]]
+|Successor = [[TCL NXTWEAR S Plus]]
+|Display = Micro-OLED (Sony)
+|Resolution = 1920x1080 per eye (2D) / 3840x1080 (3D)
+|Brightness = 400 nits
 |Refresh Rate = 60 Hz
-|Field of View = 47° diagonal
+|Field of View = 45°
-|Horizontal FoV =
+|Equivalent Screen Size = 201 inch virtual display
-|Vertical FoV =
-|Diagonal FoV = 47°
-|IPD Range =
 |Ocularity = Binocular
+|Tracking = 3DoF
+|Audio = Stereo speakers with phase cancellation
+|Connectivity = USB-C
+|Certification = TÜV Rheinland (low blue light, flicker-free)
+|Weight = 89g
 }}
-'''TCL NXTWEAR S''' is an [[augmented reality]] [[head-mounted display]] released in 2023.
+The '''TCL NXTWEAR S''' is a consumer [[augmented reality]] glasses device developed by [[TCL]], launched at IFA 2022 at $349-$449. Featuring dual Sony Micro-OLED displays at 1920x1080 per eye, 201-inch equivalent virtual screen at 6 meters, 400 nits brightness, switchable 2D/3D modes, TÜV Rheinland certification for low blue light and flicker-free viewing, acoustic phase cancellation for audio privacy, and comfortable 89g design. Designed for portable entertainment, gaming, and private viewing across multiple device types.
-== Specifications ==
+== History and Development ==
-* '''Display:''' 2 x Micro-OLED binocular
-* '''Resolution:''' 1920x1080 per-eye
+TCL launched the NXTWEAR S at IFA 2022 as an evolution of the NXTWEAR G, improving display quality and comfort. The S variant became available in select European countries initially, then expanded to US and UK markets. TCL continued the lineup with the NXTWEAR S Plus featuring 120 Hz displays. The series targets consumers seeking portable private displays for entertainment and productivity.<ref name="tcl">{{cite web |url=https://tcl-eu.com/mwc2023/products_ecosystem_nxtwear_s |title=TCL NXTWEAR S |publisher=TCL |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
-* '''Refresh Rate:''' 60 Hz
-* '''Field of View:''' 47° diagonal
+== Design and Hardware ==
+=== Display ===
+Sony Micro-OLED technology:
+* '''1920x1080 per eye''' (2D mode)
+* '''3840x1080''' (3D mode)
+* '''Dual Sony Micro-OLED''' panels
+* '''60 Hz refresh rate'''
+* '''400 nits brightness'''
+* '''201-inch equivalent''' at 6 meters
+* One-click 2D/3D switching
+* High contrast OLED
+=== Eye Care ===
+TÜV Rheinland certified:
+* '''Low blue light'''
+* '''Flicker-free display'''
+* Eye strain reduction
+* Long viewing comfort
+=== Tracking ===
+* '''3DoF tracking'''
+* Head orientation
+* Basic head tracking
+=== Audio ===
+Private listening:
+* '''Stereo speakers'''
+* '''Acoustic phase cancellation'''
+* Privacy technology
+* Difficult for others to overhear
+* Deeper sound quality
+=== Build ===
+Comfortable design:
+* '''89g weight'''
+* '''Pillow-shaped nose pads'''
+* Soft-touch materials
+* Reduced stress points
+* Comfortable extended wear
+=== Connectivity ===
+* '''USB-C'''
+* Multi-device compatible
+* Smartphones
+* Tablets
+* Laptops
+* Gaming devices
+=== Power ===
+* No battery required
+* Device-powered via USB-C
+== Features ==
+=== 2D/3D Modes ===
+* One-click switching
+* 2D: 1920x1080 per eye
+* 3D: 3840x1080 combined
+* 3D content support
+=== Use Cases ===
+* Portable cinema
+* Private viewing
+* Gaming display
+* Travel entertainment
+* Productivity
+== Technical Specifications ==
+{| class="wikitable"
+|-
+! Specification !! Details
+|-
+| Display || 1920x1080 Sony Micro-OLED x2
+|-
+| 3D Mode || 3840x1080
+|-
+| Refresh Rate || 60 Hz
+|-
+| Brightness || 400 nits
+|-
+| Virtual Screen || 201" at 6m
+|-
+| Tracking || 3DoF
+|-
+| Audio || Phase-canceling speakers
+|-
+| Certification || TÜV Rheinland
+|-
+| Weight || 89g
+|-
+| Price || $349-$449
+|}
+== Reception ==
+'''Praise:'''
+* Sony Micro-OLED quality
+* 201" virtual screen
+* TÜV certified eye comfort
+* 89g lightweight
+* Audio privacy technology
+* 2D/3D switching
+* $349-449 competitive price
+* Comfortable nose pads
+* Multi-device compatible
+* Good build quality
+'''Criticism:'''
+* 60Hz low refresh rate
+* 3DoF only
+* 45° FOV narrow
+* Not true AR (display glasses)
+* No cameras
+* No gesture tracking
+* Limited availability initially
+* Cable tethered
+* No integrated battery<ref name="techradar">{{cite web |url=https://www.techradar.com/computing/virtual-reality-augmented-reality/tcl-rayneo-nxtwear-s-glasses-review |title=TCL NXTWEAR S Review |publisher=TechRadar |access-date=2025-01-07}}</ref>
 == See Also ==
-* [[Augmented Reality]]
+* [[TCL NXTWEAR G]]
-* [[Head-mounted display]]
+* [[TCL NXTWEAR S Plus]]
-* [[AR Glasses]]
+* [[Rokid Max]]
+* [[Xreal Air]]
+== References ==
+{{reflist}}
+[[Category:Devices]]
+[[Category:Augmented Reality Devices]]
 [[Category:AR Glasses]]
-[[Category:Head-mounted displays]]
+[[Category:Smart Glasses]]
+[[Category:TCL]]
+[[Category:2022 in technology]]